Construction Business Owner
JULY 13, 2017
Yes, surety bonds can be a hassle. But the likely reason some contractors dislike them is that they can’t get them. Think about it. Contracting is a risky endeavor with many opportunities for something to go wrong that can create a negative impact on cash flow. Maybe the project or conditions are not what was anticipated, or the contractor needs more resources than expected.
Lets Build
JULY 13, 2017
The UK remains uncertain of the full impact the EU referendum will have and how Brexit will actually affect the construction industry. There are many hypotheses surrounding the future of the UK , but taking a look at the big picture and how Brexit will affect the construction industry can provide some insight into what the industry may come up against, post Brexit.
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Job Order Contracting
JULY 13, 2017
Strategic Considerations for a JOC Program include a thorough Evaluation of Objectives, Goals, and Appropriateness. Development and review of Strategic Considerations for a JOC Program improve the value and overall success for all participants and stakeholders. An owner’s review of the historical type and volume of construction work is the first step.
Business Facilities
JULY 13, 2017
The publicly traded real estate investment trust will employ 425 people and occupy 95,000 square feet of a new high-end, class-A office building in Bethesda, MD. - Read: JBG SMITH Chooses Maryland For New Headquarters.
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The Verdantix Green Quadrant: EHS Software 2023 is an independent third-party analysis of 23 EHS software vendors (including Intelex) that provides an in-depth look at the technical capabilities, application breadth, innovation focus, and momentum of key environmental, health, and safety management software market players. The guide is essential reading for EHS software benchmarking, especially for understanding unique vendor strengths and capabilities.
Contractor Magazine
JULY 13, 2017
The list of what I have learned could go on and on, but with this note, I want to thank all of you in the industry for an outstanding nine years of my career!
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Contractor Magazine
JULY 13, 2017
Even people who haven’t done much research have some idea of the benefits and the drawbacks to becoming a plumbing franchise. So how do the pros stack up against the cons?
Construction Marketing Ideas
JULY 13, 2017
I’m getting my mind around some of the speakers and presentations at the Society for Marketing Professional (SMPS) conference in Indianapolis, and will dig into a few of the themes in through the next week after I have some time to digest the thinking and connect the dots. The opening speaker, futurist David Zarch, provided […].
Construction Equipment
JULY 13, 2017
Late Wednesday afternoon, a 25-year old construction worker was pinned under the house he had been working on collapsed around him. The house in Susquehanna Township, Pennsylvania, had been vacant for some time and was condemned 10 years ago. It was undergoing a total rehab at the time of the accident. The Susquehanna Township Fire Chief George Drees said, "They heard it cracking, they heard it start to fail, they started running, and he wasn't quick enough.".
Construction Dive
JULY 13, 2017
Project owners have legitimate concerns regarding the subcontractors utilized by their contractors. Quality of work is an obvious concern. Issues of job site safety and security also arise. Public project owners have limited control over their contractors’ choice of subs. Private owners have broader discretion, but this authority is not foolproof.
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As the use of Enterprise Resource Planning systems in the construction industry is critical to optimizing operations, it's critical that decision makers conduct a thorough software evaluation to find the one that best aligns to their needs.
Green Industry Professionals
JULY 13, 2017
One of the goals of smart irrigation month is to educate businesses, homeowners and others about efficient landscape irrigation practices.
Construction Dive
JULY 13, 2017
The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge Project is an ongoing construction project that consists of a series of bridges, artificial islands and an undersea tunnel that connects Hong Kong, Macau and Zhuhai, three major cities on the Pearl River Delta in China.
BD+C
JULY 13, 2017
Accelerate Live!—BD+C’s inaugural event— recently called upon industry leaders to share how they define the future as they see it. In under fifteen minutes, each presented an impressive viewpoint on the ways in which our industry is poised to evolve through innovation.
Construction Dive
JULY 13, 2017
This week's blog highlights from across the industry look at: Building to LEED Standards Raises Home’s Resale Value5 Ways to Grow Your Construction BusinessConstruction PodcastsRead more.
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Choosing the right procurement software is a crucial step in ensuring third-party risk management, process governance, and bidding efficiency. With so many procurement solutions to choose from, it can be overwhelming without a frame of reference and a solid starting point. This free buyer’s guide will cover: Benefits of Procurement Software –– Why do you need it?
BD+C
JULY 13, 2017
The Pavilion , Penn Medicine’s $1.5 billion hospital, hopes to make waves in the medical world once it is completed. With a cornucopia of state-of-the-art features, the Foster + Partners-designed hospital is expected to provide a new level of patient care.
ENR Construction
JULY 13, 2017
Using artificial intelligence to scan construction-site photos and video to spot issues that can affect performance, quality and safety, a tech startup has landed a strategic investor with millions of such images that can be used to improve the technology.
Green Industry Professionals
JULY 13, 2017
If you leave a weed trimmer or a mower out for just a few seconds, criminals may seize the opportunity.
BD+C
JULY 13, 2017
Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), in partnership with Varde Museums and Tinker Imagineers, has transformed and expanded a historic German World War II bunker into a 2,800-sm (30,138-sf) cultural complex called TIRPITZ , embedded into the protected shoreline of Blåvand along Denmark’s western coast. The facility, which opened earlier this month, expects to attract 100,000 visitors annually.
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Anything that is built on a poor foundation will soon crumble from the ground up. This is literally the case in the construction stage of projects and it applies just the same during the pre-construction stage. This free eBook is your ultimate guide to scaling your business with customizable software as early as during the bidding stage.
Contractor Magazine
JULY 13, 2017
Never can a stroke, cancer or a heart attack be anything but bad news. But hallelujah! Survive for five years and your life expectancy statistically is probably (wish “probably” was not necessary) the same as the general population of Americans.
BD+C
JULY 13, 2017
New York City recently created a $10 million fund to assist women- and minority-owned businesses win construction contracts. The money can pay up to $500,000 of surety bonds per contract. City contractors are required to post the bonds to guarantee they will satisfactorily perform work and pay their bills.
Contractor Magazine
JULY 13, 2017
Meritage Homes (NYSE:MTH) today announced that a suite of Wi-Fi-enabled home automation solutions will be included in newly constructed homes sold after July 5, 2017.
Construction Cost Estimating
JULY 13, 2017
Khurmi R.S. and Gupta J.K. have written an exclusive e-book known as Civil Engineering (conventional and objective type). The book is available in paperback version. The book sheds light on different branches of civil engineering. The book is ideal for the civil engineering students and for those who want to make good result in state or union civil services examinations taking civil engineering as an optional subject.
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Supply chain challenges and rising material costs are forcing specialty contractors to pay more for what they need to complete each job. Following a simple set of principles, this easy-to-follow guide can help you manage job costs, ease the pains of accounting, and run a more profitable businesses. If you are a Specialty Contractor or Self-performing GC, you do not want to miss out on this essential guide!
Contractor Magazine
JULY 13, 2017
THE VIPER HIGH-EFFICIENCY 1.0 GPF TOILET from Gerber is a WaterSense-certified, two-piece toilet that flushes at 1 gal. per flush. To ensure a powerful flushing performance (even at this lower flow rate), the Viper toilet has a 2” trapway for clog-free waste removal, a 3” flush valve for faster water flow and flushing power, and a Fluidmaster 400A fill valve for durable, long-lasting operation.
ENR Construction
JULY 13, 2017
The business of wind generation is less than breezy these days for clean-energy producer NextEra Energy Resources.
Contractor Magazine
JULY 13, 2017
Since our founding in 1946, BrassCraft Manufacturing Co. has been proud to be a high quality and innovative American manufacturer where products are engineered in the USA and assembled by our skilled professionals that the professional plumber the assurance of quality. Look for the DMA flag logo (Designed, Machined and Assembled in the USA) on BrassCraft brand water connectors, water stops, gas connector and appliance connectors are designed in the USA, machined at one of our plants – Lanc
Business Facilities
JULY 13, 2017
Cooper Standard will invest $1 million in new equipment at its Surgoinsville, TN facility, creating 98 new jobs. - Read: Auto Supplier Expanding In Tennessee.
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Research reveals 96% of respondents are very or fairly optimistic about their organization’s growth prospects for the next year. The InEight Global Capital Projects Outlook also finds over half see digital technology as the greatest growth opportunity. But these are only some of the findings. Don't be kept in the dark when it comes to the future. Read the report today!
ENR Construction
JULY 13, 2017
While the global petroleum market has slumped, many design firms see demographic changes providing opportunities.
BD+C
JULY 13, 2017
Four offline solutions to effectively market your independent consultancy for free.
ENR Construction
JULY 13, 2017
The business of wind generation is less than breezy these days for clean-energy producer NextEra Energy Resources.
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